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#243 of 719 schools in ID

Top 34% in state

Hawthorne Middle School

Middle School · POCATELLO DISTRICT

1025 WEST ELDREDGE STREET, Pocatello, ID 83201

Enrollment

625

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#243 of 719

In Pocatello

#8 of 22

public schools

In district

#10 of 22

POCATELLO DISTRICT

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Hawthorne Middle School

7.2/10

Middle School in Pocatello · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hawthorne Middle School

Hawthorne Middle School is a public middle school in Pocatello, ID, part of POCATELLO DISTRICT. Hawthorne Middle School serves approximately 625 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hawthorne Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #243 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Hawthorne Middle School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • ID avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,898
Chronic Absenteeism0.2%

Hawthorne Middle School — Students at Hawthorne Middle School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from ID state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
79%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
34%
ELA
59%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.

How Hawthorne Middle School Compares

See how Hawthorne Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
66th percentile in ID
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
0.2%

Location

1025 WEST ELDREDGE STREET, Pocatello, ID 83201

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hawthorne Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ALAMEDA MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IRVING MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pocatello, see our Pocatello schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
NEW HORIZON HIGH SCHOOL Pocatello 0.3 mi 6.5
CLAUDE A WILCOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 0.3 mi 6.8
LEWIS & CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 0.7 mi 3.6
GEM PREP: POCATELLO SCHOOL Deary 1.0 mi 5.2
ALAMEDA MIDDLE SCHOOL Pocatello 0.8 mi 8.6
LINCOLN PRESCHOOL CENTER Pocatello 1.5 mi 4.6
SYRINGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 1.3 mi 7.8
CONNOR ACADEMY Chubbuck 1.8 mi 7.6
IRVING MIDDLE SCHOOL Pocatello 2.1 mi 5.7
TENDOY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 1.6 mi 7.8
CHUBBUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chubbuck 2.2 mi 7.5
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 2.3 mi 4.3
HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pocatello 2.1 mi 7.5
POCATELLO HIGH SCHOOL Pocatello 2.4 mi 6.8
GREENACRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 2.1 mi 6.6
POCATELLO JUVENILE DETENTION Pocatello 2.4 mi
LEGACY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pocatello 2.1 mi
RULON M ELLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chubbuck 2.8 mi 7.7
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 2.5 mi 8.0
EDAHOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 2.4 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,209

Median Home Value

$256,100

Median Rent

$905/mo

Population

39,552

College Educated

34.4%

Homeownership

66.6%

Avg Commute

16.9 min

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

32.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
HILLSIDE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise, ID 7.1
FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Pocatello, ID 7.0
SACAJAWEA MIDDLE SCHOOL Lewiston, ID 7.4
WOOD RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hailey, ID 7.0
SANDPOINT MIDDLE SCHOOL Sandpoint, ID 7.5
VERA C O'LEARY MIDDLE SCHOOL Twin Falls, ID 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hawthorne Middle School

What grades does Hawthorne Middle School serve?

Hawthorne Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Hawthorne Middle School?

Hawthorne Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 625 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hawthorne Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hawthorne Middle School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hawthorne Middle School rank in ID?

Hawthorne Middle School ranks #243 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Hawthorne Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hawthorne Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Hawthorne Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hawthorne Middle School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hawthorne Middle School a charter school?

No, Hawthorne Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hawthorne Middle School a Title I school?

No, Hawthorne Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hawthorne Middle School?

48.2% of students at Hawthorne Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Bannock County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
0.2%

District

POCATELLO DISTRICT
District Enrollment
11,908
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,898
District Rank
#10 of 22

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